1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Tempo | Accent |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2499 mm |
